Director of Infrastructure Operations (IT, Facilities and Security)

Director of Infrastructure Operation s (IT , Facilities and Security)
City/State: Colorado Springs, CO USA
Type and Schedule: Full-Time, Salary/Exempt , On-Site
Annualized Salary Range: $ 1 49,552 - $ 2 03,944 ( commensurate with experience ) .
About Us: Caliola is a woman-owned small business that is improving and protecting our Nation's way of life through secure communications. Our engineers, subject matter experts, and veterans design and deliver trusted solutions for mission-critical communications. We seek teammates who share our core values:
I3 for C3 - Insight, Innovation, and Integrity for Command, Control, and Communications
These values guide how we work every day. At Caliola, you will find technically challenging, mission-focused work within a flexible and collaborative culture that is uncommon in the defense industry. We offer flexible PTO, subsidized health insurance, 401(k) matching, professional development, and a competitive compensation structure designed to support long-term growth.
Our performance has driven rapid growth and national recognition, being named twice to the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ and inclusion on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies. We have also been recognized as a Colorado Company to Watch, a ColoradoBiz Top Company in Aerospace & Defense, and the #2 Gazette's Best Workplace (medium size) in 2025.
Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, we operate in a leading aerospace and defense hub with proximity to major military installations. Set against the Rocky Mountains, the region offers year-round outdoor recreation and a high quality of life for professionals and families considering relocation.
As a part of our selection process, we ask all applicants to complete a short, 10-12-minute survey from Culture Index. This is a survey, not a test; no passing or failing. The purpose of this survey is to identify your unique strengths as they relate to our open positions. Please copy and paste the following link into a separate browser window to complete: https://go.cultureindex.com/s/5i6Gpe3wge
Position Description: Caliola is in a growth phase that requires stronger business systems, secure infrastructure, and operational leadership to support expanding mission requirements. This role is central to scaling the facilities, IT, and security foundation required for the company's next stage of growth. The Director of Infrastructure Operations leads Caliola's information technology, cybersecurity infrastructure, industrial security programs, and the daily operation of the company's 16,500-square-foot facility, including accredited secure spaces. As a rapidly growing defense technology company recognized on the Fast 500, the company requires an operational leader capable of scaling secure systems and facilities to support continued growth and increasingly complex mission requirements. The Director ensures all systems, networks, and physical environments operate securely, efficiently, and in alignment with business objectives .
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director owns enterprise infrastructure, security, and facilities strategy, translating executive priorities into scalable operational execution. The role leads a blended team of employees and consultants across IT, security, and facilities, with full accountability for performance, CMMC compliance, and oversight of FSO/ISSM functions supporting accredited programs. The Director owns the company's IT, industrial security, and facilities operating budgets, develops multi-year infrastructure investment roadmaps, and recommends capital expenditures aligned with business growth and mission delivery.
Responsibilities of this Position
Information Technology (IT):

• Lead and mature Caliola's hybrid IT environment (cloud and on-prem), ensuring secure, reliable, and cost-effective operations .
• Maintain and strengthen CMMC Level II compliance and ensure adherence to NIST SP 800-171 controls and applicable RMF requirements.
• Advance cybersecurity maturity beyond existing compliance through continuous monitoring, risk management, and control optimization.
• Oversee enterprise cybersecurity risk management and coordinate incident response across internal teams and external part ners.
• Drive infrastructure architecture modernization priorities to improve automation, scalability, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and execute multi-year IT investment roadmaps aligned with business growth and mission requirements.
• Direct internal IT personnel and service providers in secure system administration, network operations, endpoint management, and configuration control.
• Establish performance standards and operational metrics to improve reliability, resilience, and cost discipline.

Facilities Management :

• Oversee daily operations, maintenance, and safety of all company facilities, including secure spaces.
• Develop and manage facilities budgets and vendor contracts for maintenance, janitorial, and security services.
• E nsure effective operation and maintenance of physical security controls such as access control systems, alarms, cameras, and visitor management.
• Manage building systems (HVAC, electrical, access control, and fire suppression) to ensure operational readiness and compliance with all fire, life safety, and occupancy requirements.
• Plan and coordinate facility renovations or modifications in compliance with Secure Room accreditation standards.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local building and safety regulations .
• Support business continuity , emergency response and site readiness planning.

Industrial Security:

• Provide leadership oversight for compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and applicable requirements under 32 CFR Part 117.
• S upport and sustain compliance with requirements under 32 CFR Part 170, as well as applicable cybersecurity, information assurance, and physical security requirements.
• Serve as the company liaison with government security officials and represent the company during audits, inspections, and accreditation reviews.
• Oversee the FSO, ISSM, ISM, and related qualified personnel and ensure continuous compliance of Secure Room operations, documentation, and secure IT systems.
• Lead security self-inspections, vulnerability assessments, and incident response to maintain accreditation and readiness.
• Foster a culture of security awareness, accountability, and operational excellence across the organization.
• Over time, this role may assume formal Facility Security Officer responsibilities based on qualifications and business need.

What We Require :

• Active security clearance at the Secret level or higher. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. Government. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to secure information.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology , Computer Science, Engineering, Facilities Management, Industrial Security , Business or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience .
• 10+ years of progressive experience defense, national security, infrastructure operations, security, facilities, or similarly regulated environments , with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven track record of increasing responsibility supporting the Department of Defense including experience managing secure systems and secure facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams operating within cybersecurity, industrial security, facilities, or other regulated defense-contractor environments.
• Working knowledge of enterprise IT operations, compliance frameworks, and physical or technical security controls in secure or classified environments sufficient to direct teams, evaluate risk, and make sound operational decisions .
• Broad understanding of building systems and facility operations and experience delivering infrastructure and facility projects on time and within budget.
• Proven leadership skills in cross-functional team management, vendor oversight, and communication with executive and government stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a commitment to operational excellence, compliance, and the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all corporate and secure assets.

What We Value :

• Active Top-Secret security clearance
• Master's degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Facilities Management, Industrial Security or a related field.
• Experience overseeing FSO, ISSM, ISM, or equivalent functions supporting accredited secure systems or classified environments.
• Proven experience implementing and maintaining compliance with CMMC Level II requirements. Experience leading mixed teams of employees, consultants, managed service providers, and vendors.
• Experience in a growing defense contractor or other fast-scaling regulated environment.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods while performing computer-based and administrative tasks.
• Ability to transition between sitting, standing, and walking as needed to complete job-related tasks in office and facility environments.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and/or move IT and office equipment weighing up to 50 pounds .
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, or reach to access equipment in racks, under desks, or within facility systems.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to grasp, handle, and manipulate small items such as cables, connectors, computer components, and documentation.
• Ability to visually inspect IT and facility equipment, wiring, and security systems for maintenance or troubleshooting.
• Must be able to move throughout secure areas (e.g., S ecure Room and facility spaces) and respond promptly to physical or system alarms as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact Human Resources with questions about ADA accommodations.

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities at Caliola Engineering. Should a match be identified between your skillset and Caliola's requirements for this or a future opening, you may be contacted.
At Caliola, we believe that true innovation can only occur when teammates bring their authentic selves to collaborate in a supportive, encouraging environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
Caliola participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. Upon hire, all employees are required to complete Form I-9 to verify their identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States.
All candidates will be required to pass a basic background screening.